Anyone entering the hospital facility will be asked a series of questions upon entry as part of a precautionary screening response plan.

If you are feeling ill or sick, please do not visit unless seeking care

We are taking every precaution at Oneida Health to keep our patients, residents, and staff safe. As part of this, we have launched an ongoing COVID-19 Visitor Response Plan. These new measures will help protect our patients from unnecessary exposure to upper respiratory illness, including COVID-19.

*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.

If you are at higher risk for serious illness

Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.

Testing for COVID-19

If you are a close contact of someone with COVID-19 or you are a resident in a community where there is ongoing spread of COVID-19 and develop symptoms of COVID-19, call your healthcare provider and tell them about your symptoms and your exposure. They will decide whether you need to be tested, but keep in mind that there is no treatment for COVID-19 and people who are mildly ill may be able to isolate and care for themselves at home.

What is COVID-19 (Coronavirus disease 2019)?

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.

COVID-19 is spreading from person to person in parts of the United States. Risk of infection with COVID-19 is higher for people who are close contacts of someone known to have COVID-19, for example healthcare workers, or household members. Other people at higher risk for infection are those who live in or have recently been in an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19.

What are the Symptoms of COVID-19?

CDC believes at this time that symptoms may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure to the virus.

Simple Steps to Help Stop the Spread of Respiratory Viruses

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Stay home when you are sick.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.

It is best to cough or sneeze into your elbow or upper arm; avoid using your hands. If you do cough or sneeze into your hands, wash your hands immediately.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.

Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).

The content of this website is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered a substitute for, professional medical advice. Do not use the information on this website for diagnosing or treating any medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, promptly contact your professional healthcare provider.